1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator is newer by 20 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2011 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra. 2011 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Equator |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
