1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 780 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2008 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo 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, 2008 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Ford | Tata |
Model | Sierra | Sumo |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2425 mm |