2003 Dodge Kahuna vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2003 Dodge Kahuna is newer by 13 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Kahuna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (212 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Kahuna should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva.
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, 2003 Dodge Kahuna (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Kahuna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Kahuna | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Kahuna | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
