2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 294 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tahoe | Festiva |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2300 mm |