1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
