1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 15 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (115 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1055 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 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Fiesta | Frontera |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |