1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 335 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.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra 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 1984 Ford Sierra. 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Sierra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |