1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mariner is newer by 21 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 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 742 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.
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, 2008 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2008 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2008 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Sierra | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
