1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2013 Kia Sportage 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sportage (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sportage weights approximately 435 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
