1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1992 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1992 Toyota Paseo 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Paseo (93 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 296 kg more than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1992 Toyota Paseo, 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 (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Paseo. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1992 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Paseo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
