1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-Z 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-Z (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-Z weights approximately 112 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 Honda CR-Z. (173 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda CR-Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| 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 | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1202 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2436 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
