2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 955 kg more than 1989 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caravan | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2300 mm |
