1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 23 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 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 516 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra. 2009 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3385 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
