1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2009 Tata Nano is newer by 20 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 39 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 415 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Sierra | Nano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
