1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (76 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1989 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Sierra | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |