1971 Dodge Dart vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1971 Dodge Dart. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1971 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Dart weights approximately 265 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Dodge Dart (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Dart | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dart | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
