1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 467 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 1994 Toyota MR2 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 1994 Toyota MR2. 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, 1994 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | MR2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |