2004 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 17 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 475 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | Aceca | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2620 mm |
