1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2006 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 16 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2006 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Sierra | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
