1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Octavia is newer by 21 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 47 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Sierra | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
