1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 1992 Lexus SC is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 836 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lexus SC 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 1992 Lexus SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1992 Lexus SC (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 1992 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Festiva | SC |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
