1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
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 Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 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 | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
