1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 1999 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 12 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ascari Ecosse weights approximately 158 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm). This means 1999 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1999 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Ford | Ascari |
| Model | Sierra | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1130 mm |
