1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 16 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 2003 Honda City, 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2003 Honda City | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | City |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |