1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (98 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 944 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Festiva | Pajero |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2430 mm |