1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 12 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 540 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan 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 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 2001 Ford Econovan (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Econovan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2210 mm |