1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 247 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) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (171 Nm). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
