1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 760 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Roadmaster | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
