1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1998 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 806 is newer by 14 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 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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, 1998 Peugeot 806, 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, 1984 Ford Sierra (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 806. 1984 Ford Sierra has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 806 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 806 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Ford Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1998 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Sierra | 806 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
