1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,344 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 276 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, 2002 Honda Civic (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 2002 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Festiva | Civic |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |