1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, both 1984 Ford Sierra and 1984 Renault 18 were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1984 Renault 18 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Sierra | 18 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |