1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 969 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2779 mm |
