1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1980 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 57 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Taunus weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Because 1980 Ford Taunus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1980 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Taunus |
Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |