1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 25 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 629 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Festiva | i30 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |