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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 574 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Sierra | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1824 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |