1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 406 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 669 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.
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, 1999 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Festiva | 406 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
