1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, both 1987 Dodge Daytona 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (172 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1987 Dodge Daytona. 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 Dodge Daytona, 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 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Dodge Daytona. (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Dodge Daytona | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Daytona | Sierra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |