1991 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1991 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A3 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1991 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Sierra. (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Sierra | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Ford | Audi |
| Model | Sierra | A3 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
