1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 18 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (167 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 495 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.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (245 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | CLK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
