2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-350 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2620 mm |
