1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 611 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Sierra | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |