1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1992 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1992 Toyota Starlet is newer by 8 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 999 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 35 kg more than 1992 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1992 Toyota Starlet (78 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1992 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2310 mm |
