1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 206 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206. 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 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Sierra | 206 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
