1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 633 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Sierra | Korando |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 143 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2490 mm |