1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 1999 Honda City 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Honda City.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | City |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |