1999 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 78 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1987 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Prizm, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Prizm | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Prizm | Sierra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2303 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |