1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 2009 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Kuga. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Kuga.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 2009 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Ferrari | Ford |
| Model | 208 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 53 L |
