1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1957 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Volvo P 1900 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1957 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 345 kg more than 1957 Volvo P 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1957 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
