1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D
To start off, 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D. (89 Nm). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1992 Rover 100 1.4 D | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Sierra | 100 1.4 D |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
