1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 27 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 931 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2011 Toyota Venza 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. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Venza |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2776 mm |
