2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac SRX (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | SRX | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2300 mm |
