1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 23 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1533 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Sierra | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2946 mm |