1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 GMC Savana
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 16 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1320 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.
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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2000 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Savana |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3440 mm |
