1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Lexus SC
To start off, 2010 Lexus SC is newer by 18 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus SC (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus SC weights approximately 805 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.
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, 2010 Lexus SC (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra. 2010 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Sierra | 2010 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Sierra | SC |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
