1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 427 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, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Festiva | Aerio |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2490 mm |