1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 108 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra.
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 Mobilio, 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 (153 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 2002 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
