1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Sierra (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 139 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Because 1992 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 1992 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Golf |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |