2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 20 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra.
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 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
