1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Grand Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 522 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, 2010 Nissan Grand Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Grand Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2010 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Festiva | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
