1987 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 967 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (142 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2137 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2893 mm |
