1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 14 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 1495 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 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2003 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Festiva | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2281 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2860 mm |
