1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1987 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 186 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 76 L |
