1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 17 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 31 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 30 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2004 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Fit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
