1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1989 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Renault 19 (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 155 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.
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, 1989 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | 19 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
