1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1984 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1990 Ford Festiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 2,473 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1984 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1984 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Festiva | 1984 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Festiva | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
