2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 972 kg more than 1987 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, 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Trans Sport | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2300 mm |
