1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1987 Ford Sierra

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 12 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 393 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.

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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Camaro 1987 Ford Sierra
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Camaro Sierra
Year Released 1999 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3390 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 271 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2620 mm


 

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