2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 740 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.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2300 mm |
