1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Vector M12
To start off, 1996 Vector M12 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Vector M12 weights approximately 590 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, 1996 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1996 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Vector |
| Model | Sierra | M12 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
