1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 GMC Savana

To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1421 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 2011 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

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