1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1994 Toyota Starlet is newer by 10 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 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 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 43 kg more than 1994 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 732 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 |
