1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana.
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, 1974 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Torana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
