1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1974 Volvo 244
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 244. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 244 would be higher. At 2,127 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volvo 244 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Volvo 244 (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Volvo 244 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volvo 244 weights approximately 139 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.
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 Volvo 244 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Volvo 244 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1974 Volvo 244 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | 244 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2127 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
