1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Xedos 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Xedos 6 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1990 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Xedos 6 | |
Make | Ford | Xedos |
Model | Fiesta | 6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |