1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2002 Infiniti G20
To start off, 2002 Infiniti G20 is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti G20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G20 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti G20 weights approximately 557 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.
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, 2002 Infiniti G20 (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti G20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2002 Infiniti G20 | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Festiva | G20 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
