1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Breeze 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 215 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Breeze.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Sierra | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
