1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 28 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti G (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 659 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, 2013 Infiniti G (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Ford | Infiniti |
| Model | Sierra | G |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4657 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
