1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2000 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Voyager 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Voyager (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 565 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 1984 Ford Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Ford Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Plymouth Voyager (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 2000 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Ford | Plymouth |
Model | Sierra | Voyager |
Year Released | 1984 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2304 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |