1984 Ford GT vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford GT weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford GT | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | GT | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
