1980 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 603 kg more than 1980 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | Touran |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
