1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 64 L |
