2007 Audi A8 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 20 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A8 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | A8 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2300 mm |
