1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1301 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 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2012 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2471 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2946 mm |
