1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 21 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 542 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Festiva | Sentra |
Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2685 mm |