1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 13 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Sierra | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Sierra | 993 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |