2002 Audi A8 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 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, 2002 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2300 mm |
