1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2004 MG ZT-T is newer by 14 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZT-T (187 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MG ZT-T weights approximately 845 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, 2004 MG ZT-T (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 2004 MG ZT-T | |
Make | Ford | MG |
Model | Festiva | ZT-T |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |