1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1996 Lancia Zeta 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 560 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, 1996 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1996 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Sierra | Zeta |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |