1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 21 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1144 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 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Festiva | Ram |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3560 mm |
