1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 730 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, 1999 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Sierra | Frontera |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |