2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1302 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Ram | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 2303 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2620 mm |
