1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | Q3 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
