1984 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1990 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1984 Ford Escort and 1990 Ford Fiesta are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Escort | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
