1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2010 Nissan Tiida is newer by 21 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Tiida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Tiida. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Tiida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Tiida weights approximately 366 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, 2010 Nissan Tiida (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Tiida |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |