1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
