1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 800 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | Viano |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
