2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 22 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 1150 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 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Nitro | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2300 mm |
