1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1986 Ford Sierra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 94 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Sierra | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Ford | Mercury |
Model | Sierra | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3130 mm |