1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 24 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 439 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2911 mm |
