1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 17 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Sierra weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1992 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Sierra | Accent |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
