1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 17 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 2,353 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 209 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2353 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
