1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 10 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 355 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life 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, 1997 Honda Life 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Life |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
