1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Neon is newer by 8 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 17 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 96 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Neon. 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 @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1993 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Ford | Plymouth |
| Model | Sierra | Neon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
