1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 15 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S-MX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 2002 Honda S-MX 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2002 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | S-MX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
