1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Model F is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Model F weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1985 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Toyota Model F (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Model F will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Model F |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2240 mm |
