1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross
To start off, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 10 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross (213 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 964 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 1999 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 1999 Isuzu VehiCross (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 1999 Isuzu VehiCross | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Festiva | VehiCross |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2340 mm |
