1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 24 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 2011 Mazda 3 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Festiva | 3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2639 mm |
