1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1466 kg more than 1982 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Titan |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 2181 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 106 L |
