1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 91 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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 Pilot, 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
