1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1494 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Sierra | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3023 mm |
