1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 15 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (211 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1081 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 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Festiva | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
