1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 26 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 449 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touran (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiesta | Touran |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |