1987 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 22 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 520 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 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Kia Borrego 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. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Borrego |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2900 mm |