1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 16 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 680 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva.
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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Festiva | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
