1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 139 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |