1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Volvo 760
To start off, 1987 Volvo 760 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra 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) has 40 more horse power than 1987 Volvo 760. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Volvo 760 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volvo 760. (205 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1987 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | 760 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
