1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2460 mm |
