1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta

To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 16 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Festiva 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
Make Ford Volkswagen
Model Festiva Jetta
Year Released 1991 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1297 cc 2480 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 92.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2580 mm


 

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