1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (316 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Festiva | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |
