1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 296 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Sierra | Forester |
Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |