1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1985 Ford Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 270 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, 1977 Holden GTS (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Sierra | GTS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
