Ford Sierra 1990 1.8 TD
Ford Sierra 1990 1.8 diesel description
Hatchback Ford Sierra 1990 1.8 TD has been produced from January, 1990 to April, 1993. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 1.8 litres, which produces power of 75 horsepower on 4500 rpm and torque 152 Nm (Newton metres) on 2200 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has precombustion chamber fuel system and Garrett turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 190 000 and 330 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
This Ford Sierra 1.8 engine oil type is 5W-40 and oil capacity is 5 litres.
Ford Sierra 1990 1.8 TD has classical rear wheel drive (RWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford Sierra 1990 1.8 TD accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 16.4 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 160 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Ford Sierra 1990 1.8 TD fuel consumption is 6.4 litres per 100km (15.6 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Ford Sierra 1990 - 1993 version. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 920 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 6.8 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Ford Sierra fuel consumption.

Ford Sierra 1990 1.8 TD technical data
Model: | Ford Sierra 1.8 TD | ||
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Body style: | Hatchback | ||
Production period: | 1990. January ... 1993. April | ||
Engine: | 1753 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 75 HP ON 4500 RPM | Torque: | 152 NM ON 2200 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) |
Top speed: | 160 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 16.4 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.4 (combined) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 6.8 l/100km (34.6 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.42m (length) 1.69m (width) 1.41m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 1150 kg |
Ford Sierra 1990 1.8 TD engine RFA
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 190,000 to 330,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 1753 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 82.5 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 82 mm |
Compression ratio | 21.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Precombustion chamber |
Ford Sierra 1990 1.8 TD oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 5 litres (5.3 quarts) |
Power | 75 HP ON 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 NM ON 2200 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1990 |
Duration of production | 3 years |
All Ford Sierra hatchback [1990 - 1993] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox | Drive type |
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Ford Sierra 1990 1.6 Jan 1990 — Aug 1991 | 1.6 Petrol | 71 HP | 8.0 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Ford Sierra 1990 1.6i | 1.6 Petrol | 80 HP | 8.2 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Ford Sierra 1990 1.8 TD | 1.8 Diesel | 75 HP | 6.4 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Ford Sierra 1990 2.0
Jan 1990 — Oct 1992 Most fuel efficient petrol version |
2.0 Petrol | 105 HP | 7.5 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Ford Sierra 1990 2.0i | 2.0 Petrol | 120 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | Rear wheel |
Ford Sierra 1990 2.0i
Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption |
2.0 Petrol | 120 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Automatic (4) | Rear wheel |
Ford Sierra 1990 2.0i 4x4 | 2.0 Petrol | 120 HP | 7.8 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |
Ford Sierra 1990 2.9i 4x4
Jan 1990 — Aug 1991 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 9.2 seconds |
2.9 Petrol | 146 HP | 11.6 l/100km | Manual (5) | All wheel |