1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,305 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 230 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2305 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
