1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 20 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 206 (261 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Sierra | 206 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
