1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 18 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 520 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sierra | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
