1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1045 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 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Festiva | E |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1474 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2874 mm |