1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 12 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 730 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Festiva | Verada |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |