2005 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 15 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 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1075 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 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 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, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2300 mm |
