1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Renault Express
To start off, 1992 Renault Express 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1992 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault Express, 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 Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Express. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1992 Renault Express | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Express |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
