1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Sienna (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 925 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 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Festiva 1999 Toyota Sienna
Make Ford Toyota
Model Festiva Sienna
Year Released 1988 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 3001 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 285 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1705 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2910 mm


 

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