1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1986 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Laser (66 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Festiva weights approximately 16 kg more than 1986 Ford Laser.
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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 1986 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Festiva | Laser |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
