1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 582 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
