1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (199 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 485 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 1988 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1988 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1988 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1988 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Festiva | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |