1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 23 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Because 2012 SsangYong Chairman W 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 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. 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.
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1989 Ford Festiva | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Festiva | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2970 mm |