1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 273 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Accord |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2725 mm |