1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 555 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, 1984 Ford Crown Victoria (338 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1984 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
