1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 26 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 1007 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Festiva | XTS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2831 mm |
