1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 22 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1593 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2950 mm |
