1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 830 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 2012 Infiniti G25 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 2012 Infiniti G25. 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Ford | Infiniti |
Model | Festiva | G25 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |