1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 580 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chrysler Charger 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 1971 Chrysler Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Charger | Festiva |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2300 mm |