1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC is newer by 13 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 665 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 2005 Lexus SC 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 2005 Lexus SC. 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, 2005 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2005 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Festiva | SC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
