1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 17 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 630 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 2005 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2005 Renault Clio | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Festiva | Clio |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |