1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 20 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 827 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
