1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 344 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva.
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 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Festiva | Polo |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |