1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 3 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Spirit. (141 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 149 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Dodge Spirit (232 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Spirit | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Spirit | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
