1975 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 789 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Chrysler Sedan 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 1975 Chrysler Sedan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1975 Chrysler Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Sedan | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Sedan | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2300 mm |
