1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1990 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 585 kg more than 1987 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2210 mm |