1989 Audi 100 vs. 1989 Ford Sierra
To start off, both 1989 Audi 100 and 1989 Ford Sierra were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 244 kg more than 1989 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1989 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | 100 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1010 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 |
