1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Festiva | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2830 mm |
