1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 22 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 832 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Fiesta | BLS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
