1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 290 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Festiva | Phoenix |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
