1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. Both 1992 Ford Fiesta and 2003 Mazda 6 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1992 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | 6 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |