1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 940 kg more than 1983 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Fiesta | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 74 L |
