2004 Acura RSX vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2004 Acura RSX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura RSX weights approximately 447 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura RSX | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | RSX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
