1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 195 kg more than 1988 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, 1986 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Festiva | Excel |
Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |