1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 386 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fiesta | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
