1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B4000 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 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B4000 weights approximately 887 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 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 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, 2004 Mazda B4000 (310 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2004 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Festiva | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3200 mm |
