1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Scenic weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2690 mm |
