1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 20 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 480 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.
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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |
