1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Opel Kadett
To start off, both 1987 Ford Sierra and 1987 Opel Kadett were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Kadett (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 81 kg more than 1987 Opel Kadett.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Opel Kadett, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Opel Kadett (180 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1987 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 974 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
