1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Lexus IS
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 220 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
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, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (196 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2003 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Ford | Lexus |
| Model | Sierra | IS |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
