1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 15 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 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LS weights approximately 949 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 2006 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Festiva | LS |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2930 mm |
