1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 460 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.
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 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (86 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2499 mm |
