2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1707 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 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2517 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2300 mm |
