1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 243 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ford | Skoda |
| Model | Sierra | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
