1992 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 25 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
