1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover 2000 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover 2000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 42 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.
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, 1963 Rover 2000 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Rover 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Sierra | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
