1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 88 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Sierra | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1820 mm |
