1989 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Ford Sierra. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Because 1993 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 1993 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri, 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, 1989 Ford Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Sierra. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1993 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Capri | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
