1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 578 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Fiesta | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
