1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 18 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2006 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
