1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1997 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1997 Kia Clarus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Clarus weights approximately 440 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Kia Clarus (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 1997 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Festiva | Clarus |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |