2008 Ford Focus vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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 74 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Sierra weights approximately 29 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Focus | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |
