2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Expedition | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2300 mm |
