1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (520 HP) has 463 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 364 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 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Festiva | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 520 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 685 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1250 mm |
