1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 17 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1620 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Ford | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sierra | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
