1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1980 Buick Century
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Buick Century weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1980 Buick Century | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Sierra | Century |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
