1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Hummer H3
To start off, 2008 Hummer H3 is newer by 19 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hummer H3 weights approximately 1446 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.
Because 2008 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hummer H3 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, 2008 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2008 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Ford | Hummer |
Model | Festiva | H3 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2850 mm |