1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1988 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1988 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2300 mm |
