1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 3 (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 3 weights approximately 523 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, 2013 Mazda 3 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Festiva | 3 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1303 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |