1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 24 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 2050 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Festiva | A |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2830 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 |