1999 Audi R8 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1999 Audi R8 is newer by 9 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 3,596 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8 (610 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Festiva weights approximately 778 kg more than 1999 Audi R8.
Because 1999 Audi R8 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 1999 Audi R8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1999 Audi R8 (705 Nm) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8 | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 610 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
