1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2000 Panoz AIV 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Panoz AIV.
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 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Ford | Panoz |
| Model | Sierra | AIV |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2304 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |
