1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 15 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, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Sierra | 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
