1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2001 Lexus SC
To start off, 2001 Lexus SC is newer by 14 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus SC weights approximately 932 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 2001 Lexus SC 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 2001 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2001 Lexus SC (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2001 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Festiva | SC |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2730 mm |
