1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 15 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 487 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 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (98 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Sierra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
