1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Honda Element.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element 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 Element | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Element |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
