1992 Chrysler ES vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, both 1992 Chrysler ES and 1992 Ford Festiva were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler ES (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler ES should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler ES weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Chrysler ES (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler ES | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | ES | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2300 mm |
