1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 260 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
