2009 Ford Flex vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Flex weights approximately 150 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.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Flex | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2300 mm |
