1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 19 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 1109 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 2010 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 2010 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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Lexus LS | |
Make | Ford | Lexus |
Model | Festiva | LS |
Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2969 mm |