1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 700 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.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (275 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Festiva | C |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |