1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G5 is newer by 18 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G5 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Pontiac G5 (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fiesta | G5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
