1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 279 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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, 2007 Kia Picanto, 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
