1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 24 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Because 2012 Ford F-250 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 2012 Ford F-250. 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Festiva | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3967 mm |
