1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 247 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester. 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2616 mm |
