1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 872 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.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
