1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1988 Volvo 740
To start off, 1988 Volvo 740 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 740 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 740 weights approximately 195 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Volvo 740 (239 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1988 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | 740 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
