1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 17 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 654 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
