1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 14 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (218 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1120 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 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Festiva | Rexton |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |