1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Astra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 610 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, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Festiva | Astra |
Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |