1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1985 Subaru XT
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru XT weights approximately 350 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 1985 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Subaru XT (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1985 Subaru XT | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Festiva | XT |
Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |