1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 23 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Audi A5 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Festiva | A5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
