1998 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 10 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 442 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, 1998 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Nubira | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Daewoo | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
