1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 565 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.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
