2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1991 Ford Festiva

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (173 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Colorado 1991 Ford Festiva
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Colorado Festiva
Year Released 2005 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 173 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 75.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1980 kg 816 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2300 mm


 

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