1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 17 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 269 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, 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ (171 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2006 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Festiva | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2370 mm |
