1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1349 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Festiva 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Ford Nissan
Model Festiva Pathfinder
Year Released 1991 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 3952 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 62 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 816 kg 2165 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2860 mm


 

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