2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Mazda 626.
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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 626. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | 626 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |