1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter 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 15 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2410 mm |
