1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 395 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |
