1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 18 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Ford | MCC |
| Model | Sierra | Smart |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
