1986 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 234 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | 993 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
