1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (44 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 1 kg more than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V. (107 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1946 Mercedes-Benz 170 V | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 170 V |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
