1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 444 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Festiva | T5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |