1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Magna (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Festiva | 1985 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Festiva | Magna |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
