1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 163 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, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1404 mm |
