1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Sierra | Solstice |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |