1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
