1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 1054 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 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Festiva | LS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2930 mm |
