1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 11 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 21 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 5 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
