1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2003 MG ZR
To start off, 2003 MG ZR is newer by 14 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 MG ZR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG ZR (158 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG ZR should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG ZR weights approximately 334 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, 2003 MG ZR (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 MG ZR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2003 MG ZR | |
| Make | Ford | MG |
| Model | Festiva | ZR |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
