1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2000 GMC Sierra 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 640 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2000 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3030 mm |
