1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 8 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (124 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 300 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, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 850. (170 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | 850 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
