1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 275 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 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1950 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
