1986 Ford Sierra vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 51 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Sierra | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 55 L |
