2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1988 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2620 mm |
