1998 Ford F-250 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1998 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (45 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-250 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, 1998 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 1998 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Ford F-250 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | F-250 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2300 mm |