1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 305 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 Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
