1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1884 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 Cadillac ESCALADE 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 Cadillac ESCALADE. 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 Cadillac ESCALADE (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Festiva | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2947 mm |