1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1997 Skoda Octavia 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Skoda Octavia (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 175 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Octavia. (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1997 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Sierra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
