1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 22 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1082 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 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fiesta. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Fiesta | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
