1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 200 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 Volvo V40, 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 Volvo V40 (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Sierra | V40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4200 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 | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2570 mm |
