1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2003 Opel Meriva 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Opel Meriva. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Meriva weights approximately 308 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Meriva. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Meriva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2003 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
