1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1987 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, 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Cavalier | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2300 mm |
