1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 307 is newer by 16 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 570 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Festiva | 307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
