2009 Ford Fusion vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 186 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 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fusion | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fusion | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |
