2008 Buick Enclave vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 16 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Enclave (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 1050 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Buick Enclave (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Enclave | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Enclave | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2300 mm |
