2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 16 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1205 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-250 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
