1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 266 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Focus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |