1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 14 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 415 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, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (183 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Festiva | 2004 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Festiva | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
