2000 Ford 24.7 vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2000 Ford 24.7 is newer by 11 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford 24.7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford 24.7 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford 24.7 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford 24.7 weights approximately 422 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, 2000 Ford 24.7 (359 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2000 Ford 24.7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford 24.7 | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | 24.7 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
