1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 15 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), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Previa. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 857 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2004 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Previa |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |