1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 20 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1257 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 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Festiva | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |