1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 920 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.

Because 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Festiva 1974 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
Make Ford Jeep
Model Festiva Grand Wagoneer
Year Released 1992 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 4235 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 810 kg 1730 kg
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2800 mm


 

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