1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 7 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1515 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 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tahoe | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5698 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2300 mm |
