1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1999 Opel Speedster 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 Opel Speedster (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Opel Speedster.
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 Opel Speedster (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Speedster 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 Speedster | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2340 mm |
