1978 Audi 100 vs. 1984 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100, 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 1984 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
