1998 Dodge Durango vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1998 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Dodge Durango | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Durango | Festiva |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4702 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2300 mm |