1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 22 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 1178 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Festiva | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2875 mm |
