1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | X-Trail |
| 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 | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
