1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 444 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tracker | Festiva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2300 mm |