1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Ascari Ecosse
To start off, 2000 Ascari Ecosse is newer by 13 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 4,722 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ascari Ecosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ascari Ecosse should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 2 kg more than 2000 Ascari Ecosse.
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, 2000 Ascari Ecosse (678 Nm) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm). This means 2000 Ascari Ecosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2000 Ascari Ecosse | |
| Make | Ford | Ascari |
| Model | Sierra | Ecosse |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
