1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 935 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 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 Nautilus | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Sierra | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
