1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1370 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 ML 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 ML 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 ML (441 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Festiva | ML |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2920 mm |
