1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 941 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Ford | Jaguar |
Model | Sierra | XJ |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5248 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3157 mm |