1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2002 Volvo V70 is newer by 17 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 528 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, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | V70 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
