1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 285 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sierra | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
