1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 3 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Sierra | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2870 mm |