1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 610 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.
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 Renault Safrane, 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 Renault Safrane (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
