1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 21 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 2,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 695 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fiesta | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |
