1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 17 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 490 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.
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, 2004 Daewoo Nubira (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta. 2004 Daewoo Nubira has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Daewoo Nubira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Daewoo Nubira | |
Make | Ford | Daewoo |
Model | Fiesta | Nubira |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2610 mm |