1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1991 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1991 Opel Calibra is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Calibra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Calibra weights approximately 643 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 1991 Opel Calibra 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, 1991 Opel Calibra 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, 1991 Opel Calibra (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1991 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Festiva | Calibra |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1423 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |