1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Venza (179 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Ford Sierra. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 585 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 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Venza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2775 mm |
