1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 23 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 857 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Festiva | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2576 mm |
