2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1986 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 754 kg more than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 1986 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Ducato | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 116 L |
