1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Blazer | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
