1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra 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, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 237 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Sierra | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Sierra | Micra |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |