1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 653 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2009 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Patriot. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| 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 | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
