1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1961 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 670 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1961 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Ford | Jaguar |
| Model | Sierra | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
