1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 905 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Mustang | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Mustang | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
