1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 is newer by 20 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2011 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Because 2011 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Festiva | R8 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 525 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1245 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2649 mm |
