1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 12 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 475 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fiesta | Forester |
Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |