1990 Ford Festiva vs. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 8 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 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (121 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 435 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, 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Festiva | Cavalier |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |