1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 20 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 560 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 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
