1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 23 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 615 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |
