1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 455 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 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
