1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 350 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Sierra | Clio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |
