1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 264 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Corolla (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |