1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 904 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Ranger (203 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Festiva | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3010 mm |
