1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 28 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 765 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.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
