1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 21 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1406 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra. 2010 GMC Savana 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. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Sierra | Savana |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |