1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (105 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 627 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Festiva | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2440 mm |