1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1993 Volvo 850 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 850 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1987 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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Sierra | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Ford | Volvo |
Model | Sierra | 850 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |