2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Ford Festiva

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 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 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 445 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 537 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Corvette 1991 Ford Festiva
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette Festiva
Year Released 2009 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6995 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 505 HP 62 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101.6 mm 75.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 816 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3580 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2300 mm


 

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