2007 Audi R8 vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2007 Audi R8 is newer by 16 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi R8 weights approximately 749 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 2007 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi R8 | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | R8 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2300 mm |
