1993 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Innocenti 990
To start off, 1993 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Sierra (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Sierra weights approximately 456 kg more than 1984 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 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 1993 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Innocenti 990, 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, 1993 Ford Sierra (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Sierra | 1984 Innocenti 990 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Sierra | 990 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2050 mm |
