1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | 19 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
