1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
