2005 Audi A8 vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 16 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1159 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2300 mm |
