1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Opel Agila
To start off, 2009 Opel Agila 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Agila weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Agila. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Agila |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
