1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 10 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
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, 1994 Renault 19, 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, 1994 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | 19 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
