1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 21 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1803 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.
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 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2008 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Festiva | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 101.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2880 mm |
