1994 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 9 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan Rasheen | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Rasheen | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2489 mm |
