1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 1995 Saturn SL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SL (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Saturn SL (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Sierra | SL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
