1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Renault 21
To start off, both 1987 Ford Sierra and 1987 Renault 21 were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 21. (130 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1987 Renault 21 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Sierra | 21 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |