1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Audi Coupe. (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi Coupe. (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi Coupe | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
