1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Mazda 6
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 582 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.
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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 2009 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Festiva | 6 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |