1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 483 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 1987 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300. 2010 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Ford | Chrysler |
Model | Sierra | 300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3048 mm |