1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix is newer by 14 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Matrix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Matrix (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Matrix should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Because 2006 Toyota Matrix 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, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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, 2006 Toyota Matrix (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Matrix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Festiva | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
