1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo 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 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Ford | Tata |
| Model | Sierra | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
