1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1983 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 272 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1983 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Sierra | 604 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |