1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 490 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Festiva | Vectra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |