1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Porsche 968
To start off, 1995 Porsche 968 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 968 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 968 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 1995 Porsche 968. 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, 1995 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Fiesta | 968 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
