1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
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 Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
