1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 732 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |