1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 578 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Sierra | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |
