1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 25 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 621 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Ford | Buick |
| Model | Sierra | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2837 mm |
