1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2010 Daihatsu Terios 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Terios. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Ford | Daihatsu |
| Model | Sierra | Terios |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
