1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 23 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1284 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Festiva | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1834 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |