1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 92 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
