2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 1984 Subaru DL
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 300 kg more than 1984 Subaru DL.
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, 1984 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fiesta | 1984 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | DL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
