1984 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,078 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 485 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Cadillac Eldorado | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Ford |
| Model | Eldorado | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4078 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2620 mm |
