1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 19 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 525 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Festiva | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Festiva | A |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
