1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2003 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2003 Smart Roadster 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 60 more horse power than 2003 Smart Roadster. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 2003 Smart Roadster.
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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Smart Roadster. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2003 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Ford | Smart |
| Model | Sierra | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
