2005 Ford Econovan vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 18 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, 2005 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econovan weights approximately 125 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econovan | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Econovan | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1788 cc | 2303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
