1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 20 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 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Festiva | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
