1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fiesta (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 37 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Ford Fiesta (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
