1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace

To start off, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 935 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.

Because 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Festiva 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
Make Ford Toyota
Model Festiva Hi-Ace
Year Released 1988 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1960 mm


 

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