1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Audi TT

To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 21 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 675 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 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Festiva 2009 Audi TT
Make Ford Audi
Model Festiva TT
Year Released 1988 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 57 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 780 kg 1455 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2470 mm


 

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