1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 13 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1245 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 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (435 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Festiva 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Ford Toyota
Model Festiva 4Runner
Year Released 1992 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 4671 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 435 Nm
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 84 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 2055 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2730 mm


 

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