1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 412 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2741 mm |