1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen GTI (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 632 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 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2013 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Festiva | GTI |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1779 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2578 mm |
