1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 Suzuki SX4 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 (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |
