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, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 695 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 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 | 2294 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
