1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1538 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.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2013 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Sierra | F-150 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 2593 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6195 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3988 mm |