1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 10 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (212 HP @ 4450 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1227 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Sierra | Econoline |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3510 mm |