1990 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Getz is newer by 21 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 95 kg more than 1990 Ford Sierra.
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, 2011 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Getz. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Sierra | 2011 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | Getz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
