1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 15 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 48 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle. (152 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2000 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
