1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Festiva | G |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
