1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1121 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 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2012 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| 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 | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 2256 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1941 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2893 mm |
