1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 24 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 382 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | CC |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
