1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 687 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Sierra | MK V |
Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |