1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 17 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 794 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Festiva | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
