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Ford Sierra Turnier I 1.8 (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
Ford Sierra:
The Ford Sierra is a mid-size/large family car manufactured and marketed by Ford of Europe from 1982–1993. It was launched as a three-door or five-door liftback or a five-door estate car, with a car-derived van variant added in 1984 and the four-door Sierra Sapphire saloon car introduced in 1987 when the range was facelifted. The engine is mounted in the front with rear-wheel drive on most models and four-wheel drive on certain models.
It was designed by Uwe Bahnsen, Robert Lutz and Patrick Le Quément, and was noted for its aerodynamic styling. It has a drag coefficient of 0. 34, a significant improvement over its predecessors. The Sierra debuted at the 1982 British International Motor Show in Birmingham, then appeared at the 1982 Paris Salon de l'Automobile. Sales began on 15 October 1982, replacing the Ford Taunus TC3 and Ford Cortina Mark V. The Sierra's aerodynamic styling and the initial absence of a saloon alienated many conservative buyers, including company car drivers....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Turnier I Overview:
Ford Sierra (Turnier I). Weighing only 1180 kg, it’s quite light. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Surprisingly capable for its size, offering similar power to the base 2.0L but with less torque. Best suited for lighter loads and city driving.
Fuel Economy
Potentially better fuel economy than the 2.0L engines, making it a good choice for cost-conscious drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Aerodynamic and distinctive styling for its era
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality
- • Spacious and practical estate body (Turnier)
- • Wide range of engines to suit different needs
- • Rear-wheel drive handling characteristics
- • Good value on the used market today
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Prone to rust, especially in older models
- • Some base engines can feel underpowered
- • Interior plastics can feel basic
- • Fuel economy for larger petrol engines can be poor
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Hatchback I: 1982 - 1986).
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Ford |
| Model: | Sierra |
| Generation: | Turnier I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1984 |
| End of production: | 1986 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.1 kg/Hp, 76.3 Hp/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1180 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4511 mm mm [86mm more] |
| Width: | 1720 mm mm [26mm more] |
| Height: | 1428 mm mm [21mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2608 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1452 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1468 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
Your first impression of the Ford Sierra in one word? Go!