1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2009 Hummer H2
To start off, 2009 Hummer H2 is newer by 22 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H2 (393 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H2 weights approximately 2093 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.
Because 2009 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H2 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, 2009 Hummer H2 (564 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2009 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Ford | Hummer |
| Model | Festiva | H2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 393 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 564 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3130 mm |
