1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 22 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 545 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Festiva | A |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
