1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Sierra | Croma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
