1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 13 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 489 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Fiesta | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2398 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 | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2650 mm |