1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 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 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 246 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Festiva | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2560 mm |
