1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 20 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1420 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.
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 Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra. 2010 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Sierra | Envoy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |