1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo

To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Kangoo (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 520 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.

Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Kangoo (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Festiva 2004 Renault Kangoo
Make Ford Renault
Model Festiva Kangoo
Year Released 1988 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 149 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1300 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2630 mm