1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2005 Opel Zafira 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Opel Zafira. (99 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Zafira weights approximately 413 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Zafira (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2005 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
