1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1992 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Sierra | Firebird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |