2002 Audi S4 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2002 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi S4 weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2002 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Audi S4 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, 2002 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi S4 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | S4 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |
