1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1978 Ford LTD
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford LTD (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford LTD weights approximately 655 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, 1978 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1978 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | LTD |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
