1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | Equator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
