1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1977 Holden Kingswood
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 245 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1977 Holden Kingswood | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | Kingswood |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
