1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 1992 Lexus SC is newer by 8 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus SC weights approximately 387 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, 1992 Lexus SC (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1992 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Sierra | SC |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
