1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro

To start off, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 8 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 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 667 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 646 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 778 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Ford Sierra 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro
Make Ford Lotec
Model Sierra Testa de Oro
Year Released 1988 1996
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1597 cc 4943 cc
Horse Power 74 HP 741 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 122 Nm 900 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1010 kg 1656 kg


 

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