1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 11 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Sierra |
Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |