1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1989 Lotus Carlton
To start off, 1989 Lotus Carlton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1989 Lotus Carlton 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 1989 Lotus Carlton. 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, 1989 Lotus Carlton (569 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 1989 Lotus Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1989 Lotus Carlton | |
| Make | Ford | Lotus |
| Model | Festiva | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3615 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2750 mm |
