1985 Audi 100 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 365 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Audi 100 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2300 mm |
