1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 16 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 518 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2004 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Festiva | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |
