1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1514 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Express | Festiva |
Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2300 mm |