1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Audi S3
To start off, 2010 Audi S3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S3 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 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, 2010 Audi S3 (331 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2010 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | S3 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
