1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 320 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, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1991 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2154 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
