1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 774 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Festiva 2005 Toyota Tacoma
Make Ford Toyota
Model Festiva Tacoma
Year Released 1988 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 382 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1554 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 5290 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 3250 mm


 

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