1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1986 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Senator (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Senator weights approximately 150 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, 1986 Opel Senator (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1986 Opel Senator | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Senator |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |