1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Sierra | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2634 mm |
