1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 Mercury Capri 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 4 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Capri |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
