1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Sky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saturn Sky weights approximately 555 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
Make | Ford | Saturn |
Model | Sierra | Sky |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 49 L |