1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Festiva (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (54 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 174 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Festiva | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
