1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Roadster weights approximately 120 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Mini |
| Model | Sierra | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2467 mm |
