1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1987 Buick Century
To start off, 1988 Ford Festiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Century would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Century (125 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva.
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, 1987 Buick Century (220 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 1987 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1987 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Festiva | Century |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 125 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2662 mm |
