1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 1595 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2008 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Festiva | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2690 mm |
