1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 23 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 360 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.
Because 1986 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 1986 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (143 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Touran |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
