1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 17 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
