1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra is newer by 17 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 919 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, 2008 Saturn Astra (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Festiva | Astra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
