1979 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1979 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 439 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Chevrolet Caprice (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Caprice | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1644 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
