1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 26 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 360 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Sierra | ATS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
