1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 7 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 124 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 (150 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sierra | 190 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 72.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
