1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 9 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1996 Honda Today | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Today |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |