1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 1993 Renault 19 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 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 19 weights approximately 410 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.
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 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1993 Renault 19 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Festiva | 19 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2550 mm |