1985 Dodge Charger vs. 1991 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1991 Ford Sierra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Sierra weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Sierra (152 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Charger | 1991 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
