1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 465 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
