1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 25 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 1289 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.
Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Ford | Acura |
Model | Festiva | MDX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |