1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 550 kg more than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (76 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1965 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Ford | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Sierra | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2110 mm |
