1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 742 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 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2700 mm |
