1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 22 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 415 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Festiva | G |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
