1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2004 GMC Sierra is newer by 15 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 243 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1496 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Sierra (488 Nm) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 2004 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Festiva | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2282 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3380 mm |
