1988 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1649 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Sierra | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Sierra | F-250 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4200 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3490 mm |