1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 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 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3050 mm |
