1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sedona (271 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1174 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 Kia Sedona (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2012 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Festiva | Sedona |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3020 mm |