1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Sierra | Escort |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
