2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 18 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 1280 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.
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, 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2300 mm |
