1982 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 30 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 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 825 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 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fiesta. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun has automatic transmission and 1982 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1982 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fiesta | Shogun |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 88 L |