1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 24 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Festiva | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2685 mm |
