1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 383 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester. 2009 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2620 mm |
