1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 26 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, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 286 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, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2799 mm |
