1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 605 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
