1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 11 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 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, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | 11 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2490 mm |
