1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 is newer by 19 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Xedos 9 weights approximately 810 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Fiesta | 9 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
