1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 22 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1695 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | A |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2570 mm |
