1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 50 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Sierra | Duster |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2673 mm |