1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1972 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen 411 (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1972 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | 411 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |