1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 6 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX.
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, 1993 Honda CRX, 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1993 Honda CRX | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | CRX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |