1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 14 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. Both 1987 Ford Sierra and 2001 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 290 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 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (166 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2001 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
