1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 299 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 458 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4010 mm |
