1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 549 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 Pontiac Solstice 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 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Festiva | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Festiva | Solstice |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |