1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi TT (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi TT weights approximately 410 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.
Because 2010 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | TT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4178 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1351 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2469 mm |
