1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 NSU 1000. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Sierra | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
