1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Opel Antara. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 555 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2010 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Antara. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Antara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Sierra | Antara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
