1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 48 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 113 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Sierra | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Sierra | Polo |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2470 mm |