1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 670 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Festiva |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2300 mm |