1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, 2008 Volvo S60 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 423 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2008 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | S60 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |
