2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2007 Chevrolet 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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2300 mm |
