1988 Audi 200 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1988 Audi 200 is newer by 1 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, 1988 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 200 weights approximately 345 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, 1988 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 200 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 200 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
