1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega

To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 425 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.

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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Vauxhall Omega. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Vauxhall Omega.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Ford Sierra 1999 Vauxhall Omega
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model Sierra Omega
Year Released 1984 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 216 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2740 mm


 

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