1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Opel Antara
To start off, 2008 Opel Antara is newer by 21 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Antara weights approximately 1090 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 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara 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, 2008 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Fiesta | Antara |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2710 mm |