1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 19 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 1497 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, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2011 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Festiva | Touran |
Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |