1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester 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 3 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |
