1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 11 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 460 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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1999 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Festiva | Focus |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |