2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 693 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Town & Country | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2540 mm |
