1999 Audi S8 vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S8 | Festiva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2300 mm |