1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 17 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1345 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 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Festiva | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
