1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Subaru XT
To start off, both 1992 Ford Sierra and 1992 Subaru XT were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru XT weights approximately 70 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru XT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru XT will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 1992 Subaru XT | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Sierra | XT |
Year Released | 1992 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |