1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 28 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2005 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sierra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
