1992 Ford Festiva vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Festiva | Suburban |
Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3300 mm |