1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 23 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 805 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Festiva | C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2761 mm |
