1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2007 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2007 Lincoln MKX is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Because 2007 Lincoln MKX 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, 2007 Lincoln MKX 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, 2007 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2007 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Festiva | MKX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
