1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
