1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 4 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 215 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
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, 1991 Opel Astra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 1991 Opel Astra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Festiva | Astra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |