2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 17 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), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 451 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 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Equinox | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2300 mm |
