1991 Ford Sierra vs. 1978 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Citi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Citi would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 67 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Citi.
Because 1991 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 1991 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Volkswagen Citi, 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, 1978 Volkswagen Citi (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1978 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Sierra | 1978 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Citi |
Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |