1983 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 1040 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 2013 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Venza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
