1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1961 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 56 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1961 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
