1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage

To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 24 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 894 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Festiva 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
Make Ford Aston Martin
Model Festiva Vantage
Year Released 1989 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1324 cc 5935 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 786 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4385 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 2022 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2601 mm


 

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