1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1985 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 44 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Astra. (84 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 1985 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Festiva | Astra |
Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |