1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Audi TT
To start off, 2002 Audi TT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi TT weights approximately 250 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2002 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | TT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
