1988 Ford Festiva vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (73 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 433 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 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Festiva | Golf |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |