1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 39 kg more than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1989 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 1989 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
