1982 Audi 80 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 100 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 80 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
