2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 22 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
