1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1975 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Passat 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) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Passat. (114 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1975 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Passat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |
