1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Mazda Activehicle
To start off, 1999 Mazda Activehicle is newer by 11 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mazda Activehicle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda Activehicle weights approximately 802 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 1999 Mazda Activehicle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda Activehicle 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, 1999 Mazda Activehicle (278 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda Activehicle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 1999 Mazda Activehicle has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mazda Activehicle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Mazda Activehicle | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Activehicle |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2480 mm |
