2002 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fiesta (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 180 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Ford Fiesta (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Prizm | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Prizm | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
