1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 20 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 275 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, 2009 Honda Civic (221 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Honda Civic | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Civic |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |