1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 189 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sierra | Golf |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2578 mm |
