1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2010 Lexus GS
To start off, 2010 Lexus GS is newer by 18 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GS (342 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GS weights approximately 930 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 2010 Lexus GS 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 2010 Lexus GS. 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, 2010 Lexus GS (459 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Festiva | 2010 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Festiva | GS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |
