1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1965 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zephyr. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1965 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
