1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa is newer by 24 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 124 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Versa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
