2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1533 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Dodge Ram (713 Nm) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Ram | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Ram | Festiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 713 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2300 mm |