2007 Audi TT vs. 1988 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 385 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1988 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Audi | Ford |
| Model | TT | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2620 mm |
