2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1983 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1379 kg more than 1983 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1983 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 34 L |
