1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 GMC Savana. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 2000 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Sierra | Savana |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 117 L |