1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 13 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio 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 1990 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 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Mobilio (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Mobilio |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |