1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 25 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 820 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, 2012 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | S5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2751 mm |
