1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1991 Renault 4
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Festiva weights approximately 85 kg more than 1991 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1991 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Festiva | 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
