1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (216 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 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 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 320 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Festiva | 320 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
