1984 Audi Coupe vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1988 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi Coupe (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 65 kg more than 1984 Audi Coupe.
Because 1988 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 1988 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Coupe, 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 Audi Coupe (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Coupe | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | Coupe | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
