2005 Audi S4 vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1009 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.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi S4 | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Audi | Ford |
Model | S4 | Festiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |