1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 1990 Honda NSX is newer by 5 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 200 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, 1990 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | NSX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2540 mm |
