1985 Ford Sierra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 26 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 20 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 460 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Sierra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
