1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 21 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 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 43 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 225 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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | C |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |