1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 3,312 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | E |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3312 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
