1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 10 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 959 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.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Venture | Festiva |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2300 mm |