2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1985 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 24 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 40 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 108 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1985 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Nubira | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
