1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 418 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.
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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
