1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 397 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Avensis (248 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
