1985 Ford Laser vs. 1990 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1990 Ford Sierra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Sierra weights approximately 218 kg more than 1985 Ford Laser.
Because 1990 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Ford Sierra (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Laser | 1990 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Laser | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 792 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
