1988 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1879 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Festiva | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Festiva | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3380 mm |
