1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 20 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Festiva | R |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3216 mm |