1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Honda CRX
To start off, 1996 Honda CRX is newer by 12 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, 1996 Honda CRX (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 185 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX.
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, 1996 Honda CRX, 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, 1996 Honda CRX (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1996 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | CRX |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
