1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 39 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |