1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 88 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (104 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
