1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 275 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
