1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2007 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2007 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 22 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 381 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2007 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3110 mm |
