1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corona weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1975 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2510 mm |
