1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 27 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 8 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 113 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| 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 | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2685 mm |
