1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 826 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Thunderbird 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 1988 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Thunderbird | Festiva |
Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1606 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2300 mm |