1990 Ford Sierra vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (402 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 (580 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Sierra | 1991 Mercedes-Benz C 112 | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sierra | C 112 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 402 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |