1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 650 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Sierra | Korando |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2490 mm |