1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 26 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Rio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
