1988 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Sierra (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Sierra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1988 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Sierra | 1996 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Fusca |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |