1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 19 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 885 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, 2008 Hyundai Tucson (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2008 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Festiva | Tucson |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
