2004 Audi A4 vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,122 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Audi A4 | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | A4 | Festiva |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3122 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2300 mm |