1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 695 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Caprice | Sierra |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |