1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Fit weights approximately 53 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Fit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
