1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 490 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1974 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Ford | Avanti |
| Model | Sierra | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 6569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
