1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Steyr G-series (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1170 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 1980 Steyr G-series 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, 1980 Steyr G-series 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, 1980 Steyr G-series (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Ford | Steyr |
| Model | Festiva | G-series |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
