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


 

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