1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1982 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Falcon (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 350 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, 1982 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1982 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Sierra | Falcon |
Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |