1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1993 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1993 Ford Versailles is newer by 5 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Versailles 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, 1993 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 1993 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Festiva | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
