1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2002 Lancia Phedra 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 625 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, 2002 Lancia Phedra (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2002 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Sierra | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
