1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 19 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (114 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 1 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
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, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
