1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 7 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (162 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 310 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1992 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Verada |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
