1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1978 Renault 12
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1978 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | 12 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |
