1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1997 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 14 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Accord weights approximately 160 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Sierra | 1997 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Sierra | Accord |
Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |