2001 Chrysler Concorde vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Concorde is newer by 11 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Concorde is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Concorde (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Concorde should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Concorde weights approximately 795 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.
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, 2001 Chrysler Concorde (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Concorde will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler Concorde | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Concorde | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2300 mm |
