2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2300 mm |
