1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 426 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 Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Touran 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 Touran | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Touran |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
