1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, both 1988 Ford Sierra and 1988 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Sierra | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Sierra | 19 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |