1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 14 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 494 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.
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, 2005 Opel Astra (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Festiva | Astra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
