1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 619 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 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Festiva | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |