1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 20 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (525 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 875 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 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2012 Audi R8 | |
Make | Ford | Audi |
Model | Festiva | R8 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2649 mm |