1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz E
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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (204 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 80 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
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 (277 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1976 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | E |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |