1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 14 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 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Cougar | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
