1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Festiva | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5702 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3378 mm |
