1987 Chrysler TC vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, both 1987 Chrysler TC and 1987 Ford Sierra were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler TC (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler TC weights approximately 329 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.
Because 1987 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 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler TC, 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 Chrysler TC (298 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler TC | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | TC | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
