1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 22 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 687 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 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Festiva | ATS |
Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2776 mm |