1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 22 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 689 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Festiva | C |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
