1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 210 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Sierra | 405 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
