2003 Ford Focus vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 420 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.
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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2300 mm |
