1997 Audi A6 vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 715 kg more than 1988 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, 1997 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A6 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
