1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Festiva | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
