1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
