1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Guara 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (204 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 50 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Guara | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
Make | De Tomaso | Ford |
Model | Guara | Sierra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |