1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf 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 44 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 109 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
