1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 196 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Sierra | 405 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
