1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 911 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 123 kg more than 1987 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra 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, 1987 Porsche 911 (283 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (238 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1987 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2933 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
