1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (360 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1308 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 Dodge Durango (528 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2012 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Sierra | Durango |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 528 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3043 mm |
